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Streamlight PolyTac 90 vs Wuben P26
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben P26 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben P26 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben P26 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben P26 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben P26 stands out as the lowest candela option for max candela, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight PolyTac 90 stands out as the highest candela option for max candela, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$96.99Most expensive
US$95Cheapest
Weight
136 g (4.80 oz)Lightest
145 g (5.11 oz)Heaviest
Length
112.5 mm (4.43 in)Shortest
130 mm (5.12 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
500 lm
500 lm
Max candela
7000 cdHighest candela
4200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
167 m (548 ft)Highest
130 m (427 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
225 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
1x Streamlight SL-B26 Li-Ion USB rechargeable battery pack or 2x CR123A lithium batteries
3x AAA or 1x 18650 Li-ion battery
Charging type
USB rechargeable
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX7 waterproof to 1m for 30 minutes
IP68
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
High-impact, super-tough nylon polymer with textured grip
Hard anodising aircraft grade aluminium alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Industrial UseEmergency RespondersHands Free Lighting With ClipWear On Gear, Belts, Or Vests During Work
Uv Inspection And Forensic DetectionLaw EnforcementDetecting Biological Liquids Such As BloodIdentifying Jewels And Precious StonesDetecting Leaks Of Gas, Oil, And Flammable Liquids
Common praise
Versatile Multi Fuel CapabilityRugged And Durable ConstructionEffective Hands Free Use With Clip And Carabiner D RingGood Brightness With Balanced Beam Pattern
Excellent Uv And White Light Dual FunctionSolid Build With Aircraft Grade Aluminum AlloyIp68 Waterproof RatingUseful For Forensics And Gem IdentificationBattery Status IndicationVariable Power Source Compatibility
Common complaints
Relatively Short Max Runtime On Highest Mode With Cr123a BatteriesNo Specific Complaints Clearly Stated In Source
No Specified Runtime InformationCharging Type Not Specified
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